The Xbox 360 Arcade, a game that can be found in every store, is a prefix that became popular at the time of release. It's no secret that players use not only computers. Consoles are also in great demand. However, some gamers are still interested in some questions. For example, whether you need to give preference to the Arcade option, what are the characteristics of the device, its pros and cons, reviews about the operation of the device. About all this - later in the article.
Description
The Xbox 360 Arcade prefix (we will provide further reviews) was released by Microsoft. It appeared on the market back in 2007. Although the model has already been discontinued, the device is still popular among players. Why?
The prefix has its own distinctive features. The manufacturer decided to install free games in the device’s memory. It also has a memory card and an HDMI type port. Many customers in the reviews describe the capabilities of the device, focusing on the fact that it is best used in the family. In addition, parental options are provided in the settings, for example, access restriction.
Equipment
Many consumers note that the console has a good package bundle. What is included in it? The owner in the box will find a joystick, a cable for connecting, a memory card, a headset and a special disc with games. In general, nothing special, but users are satisfied.
Characteristics
Before you start or install games, you need to know the characteristics of the device. What indicators does the prefix have? It works with a 3-core processor, the frequency of each is 3.2 GHz, there is 512 MB of RAM and 10 MB of video memory.
The manufacturer provided the ability to work with a memory card, headsets, gamepads (including wireless) are supported. From the outputs there are the following: AV, USB, HDMI, Ethernet. Supported work with discs, music and photos. Five games are included. The weight of the console is 3.5 kg. This is not to say that the device is powerful, but suitable for a comfortable game without frills.
pros
In reviews, they often write the positive aspects of the console. What is isolated separately? Management is more than convenient, you can work with disks of various types, image is supported by Full HD resolution. The model is easily flashed, you can install many different games.
During the process, the prefix does not slow down. You can play 4 players at the same time. The cost is low. These are not all the positive aspects of the console, but the most frequent ones mentioned by customers. It should be noted that even with the fact that the device is obsolete, it can still offer the owner a good rest.
Games
Of course, when you buy the Xbox 360 Arcade - Games (games), what you pay special attention to. Now on this model you can play old, but interesting and "legendary" applications. Users claim that you can download various games in the store that you can run even on a computer. But, of course, their value will definitely not please anyone. This is the problem of absolutely all consoles.
Most consumers prefer to reflash the device to allow the launch of CD and DVD type discs. Today, for gamers, changing the software and “unlocking” the device is an easy task. Games that are downloaded from the torrent go on the console great. Unfortunately, for this model, consoles applications are no longer available, but already available are more than enough.
Flashing
In order to reflash the device, you need to install "Fribut". How to do it? More about this later. It is necessary to focus on what the owner receives after completing this action:
- It can independently work with all games that are recorded in the device’s memory.
- You can record them from absolutely any medium, for this you do not need a hard drive.
To install the “Fribut” program, you must have special tools for opening the device, cable for installation, and a programmer. Only after all the components are assembled, you can proceed with the installation. It should immediately be clarified that people who do not have any flashing skills are better off doing this on their own.
What needs to be done:
- First you need to disassemble the case: remove the side mounts, dismantle the wireless module, disconnect the case and all its panels, then remove the top panel.
- Next, take out the device, followed by the motherboard.
- It is necessary to heat up the soldering iron and install a chip on the last one. Its location is the lower part.
- After this, a wire should be drawn from the contacts that are located on the chip to the motherboard.
- The programmer should be soldered to be able to work with the internal memory of the device.
- After the process, all flux residues that remain on the device should be removed.
- Now you need to connect the programmer to the computer.
- After collecting "Nanda", you should remove it from the board, if there is a need - change the thermal grease, and then assemble the device.
The process may seem rather complicated, but it seems so only at first glance. But if there is no experience in this, it is better to turn to specialists. Also, a good solution would be to purchase a prefix from your hands, often, such devices are already reflashed.
Summary
After reading this article, everyone can already understand what kind of device they are holding in front of them. This prefix is available and very convenient to use. It can be used in a small company of friends. And most of the buyers are most satisfied with their choice.
If you want to make the Xbox 360 Arcade device (the specifications described above) more powerful, you should pay attention to the cooling system and software. If you update them, the device will be more susceptible to modern games.